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Does electric car rental work as a business proposition? That might depend on who you ask. Because despite popular rental company Hertz having massive success with the format, backed up by other popular schemes like Car2Go, things aren't so rosy for Enterprise. According to the New York Times (via The Car Connection), customers haven't really MORE

Canadian pop star Justin Bieber has wrapped his Fisker Karma in a shiny chrome finish. Bieber took the once-black $102,000 plug-in hybrid to West Coast Customs which previously turned his less-than-green Cadillac CTS-V into a Batmobile. Originally given to him by his management on The Ellen DeGeneres Show for his 18th birthday, Bieber also had [.]. MORE

The car2go car club service is to conquer another Canadian following its successful launch in Vancouver. The Daimler-owned car2go subsidiary now expands to the city of Toronto, bringing with it a fleet of smart fortwo cars, for which the short-term, flexible car hire firm is renowned. Launched last Saturday (June 30, 2012), 250 car2go edition [.]. MORE

Tuesday, 3 July, 2012. The Green Piece Column. Summer is here! Well, it’s not, that’s an outright lie, but it is scheduled to make an appearance). Anyway in the spirit of summer, whether realised or not, we thought we take a look that old sunshine favourite; the convertible car. With its often weighty folding roof [.]. MORE

Sales of plug-in hybrid vehicles such as the Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (pictured) are set to fall short of their 2015 sales target: according to Pike Research. The Pike report believes that plug-in vehicle sales in the US will miss the one million marker set by the Obama Administration – with just 410,000 plug-in electric [.]. MORE

Mazda’s fuel-frugal SKYACTIV engines have been such a success that production at a plant in Hiroshima is set to double. From October this year, the number of engines produced at the plant will leap from 400,000 units to 800,000 thanks to increasing demand. It will include both the SKYACTIV-D diesel engines and the SKYACTIV-G petrol [.]. MORE

The UK automotive industry is stronger than ever and is performing to its highest ever environmental standard, according to a new report. The country’s car industry reported record turnover for last year, up more than 12 per cent to £55 billion. What’s more, exports reached record levels as the industry saw increased investment across all [.]. MORE

If you’re one of the first drivers of a Nissan LEAF electric car (pictured) then your ownership experience is likely to get even better – as the Japanese carmaker introduces two new services. Available to LEAF owners through the website and smartphone applications will be a service that can accurately forecast the LEAF’s remaining battery [.]. MORE

Visit any major race track on any day of the week and there’s bound to be a cacophony of noise as professional race teams or enthusiastic amateurs drive lap after lap in praise to the gods of gasoline. But what would it be like if every car going around the track was powered by electricity? What would it sound like then? At last week’s MORE

US-based Solena Fuels has selected microchannel Fischer-Tropsch (FT) technology developed by the Oxford Catalysts Group for use in a biomass-to-liquids (BTL) project under development in the UK. Earlier post.). The third step upgrades the FT products into jet fuel. These projects include GreenSky California, GreenSky Rome and GreenSky Stockholm. MORE

Renault’s new Clio could launch early next year completely exempt from road tax. The new Clio will be 100kg lighter than predecessor on average and will debut the Renault’s first three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engines – a 0.9-litre TCe 90 and 1.2 TCe 120 – alongside a four-cylinder 1.5-litre diesel. All engine options will come with [.]. MORE

Fiat has notified VEBA—Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association, a UAW administered trust established to pay health care. benefits for retirees from Chrysler—of Fiat’s exercise of its option to purchase a portion of the interest held in Chrysler by VEBA. will hold 61.8% of the outstanding equity in Chrysler. Brief MORE

The Nissan LEAF raced into the record books at Goodwood Festival of Speed last weekend as the fastest car to complete the hillclimb course in reverse. Professional stunt driver Terry Grant had three shots at the 1.6km course over the weekend, completing his first attempt on the Friday in a respectable 1m 37.02s, before smashing his [.]. MORE

Mazda Motor Corporation will double production capacity at its engine plant in Hiroshima from 400,000 units to 800,000 units per year in October 2012. The plant produces SKYACTIV-D diesel engines and SKYACTIV-G gasoline engines. Earlier post.) SKYACTIV-G is a highly efficient, new-generation direct-injection gasoline engine. Brief MORE

Global Bioenergies, an industrial biology company. developing sustainable routes to light olefins ( earlier post ), carried out a capital increase of €3.04 million (US$3.8 million) on NYSE Alternext in Paris. Based on the closing share price of €19.91 on 28 June 28th 2012 (last day of the subscription. Finance research on other molecules. Brief MORE

You want a compact sedan that gives great gas mileage, comes from an American company, and costs less than a hybrid car. If that sounds like you, the chances are you’ve considered test-driving the 2012 Ford Focus SFE and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze Eco. But what comes as standard on each car? Which is the better on gas mileage? And which should you MORE

The Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion is one of the German carmaker’s most impressive environmentally conscious vehicles to date: and now it is set to extend this technology to the Polo Blue GT. The Polo Blue GT (pictured) will feature active cylinder management and be the first Volkswagen to boast a cylinder deactivation system. Indeed it is [.]. MORE

One week ago we told you about the Nissan LEAF’s attempts to get into the record books with the fastest ever reverse over one mile (see article) – and now we can confirm that the record attempt has been successful. The record was set at this past weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed event with professional [.]. MORE

A complex SLM part from the University of Exeter. Click to enlarge. The Exeter method could produce strong, lightweight and complex parts for car manufacturing and the aerospace industry less expensively and more accurately than current methods, according to the team. 50-100 nm), reinforcing the microstructure of all Al (alloy) composites. MORE

GE and OJSC Rosneft signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that lays the foundation for the two companies jointly to evaluate and develop commercial opportunities in oil and gas exploration and production in the Russian Federation. explore opportunities to jointly develop, manufacture and sell equipment for use in Russia’s oil and gas industry. MORE

California has long been known for its efforts to reduce pollution from vehicles, and efforts to popularize hybrids and electric cars. The California Air Resources Board has now taken that one step further by approving a $27 million fund for its Air Quality Improvement Program (AQIP). Much of this fund will be used to incentivise the purchase of MORE

Canada’s federal government is awarding $908,280 through FedDev Ontario’s Investing in Business Innovation initiative to help algal biofuel startup Pond Biofuels accelerate the commercialization of its technology used to capture carbon dioxide from raw stack emissions and produce algae that can subsequently be converted into biofuels. Marys Cement. MORE

Citroen’s very first diesel hybrid model, the DS5, just got better with the launch of new options available from this week. The third model in the upmarket DS line, the new DS5 is now available with stylish 17-inch ‘Houston’ alloy wheels as a no-cost option on Hybrid4 DStyle and DSport versions. These smaller diameter alloy [.]. MORE

Just how far off is Europe from meeting tough nitrogen oxide regulations? New data from the European Environmental Agency (EEA) suggests that 12 countries in particular still have a long way to go. Green cars Green credentials Latest news emission standards emission statistics emissions European Environmental Agency green cars nitrogen oxides MORE

Half of this year is now gone, which means it's time once again to look at sales of plug-in electric cars--both for June and for the first six months of 2012. Coming off a streak of low sales months, 535 Nissan Leafs were sold in June, less than one-third the 1,708 Leafs delivered in June 2011. This means that 3,148 Leafs have been sold in the MORE

As every automaker knows, getting Royal endorsement for a particular car or brand can help boost its image. Normally, such Royal endorsements are limited to luxury or prestige brands, but earlier this week, the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid received its official royal appointment courtesy of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco. MORE

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Canada’s federal government is awarding $908,280 through FedDev Ontario’s Investing in Business Innovation initiative to help algal biofuel startup Pond Biofuels accelerate the commercialization of its technology used to capture carbon dioxide from raw stack emissions and produce algae that can subsequently be converted into biofuels. Marys Cement.

The UK automotive industry is stronger than ever and is performing to its highest ever environmental standard, according to a new report. The country’s car industry reported record turnover for last year, up more than 12 per cent to £55 billion. What’s more, exports reached record levels as the industry saw increased investment across all [.].

You want a compact sedan that gives great gas mileage, comes from an American company, and costs less than a hybrid car. If that sounds like you, the chances are you’ve considered test-driving the 2012 Ford Focus SFE and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze Eco. But what comes as standard on each car? Which is the better on gas mileage? And which should you

The Nissan LEAF raced into the record books at Goodwood Festival of Speed last weekend as the fastest car to complete the hillclimb course in reverse. Professional stunt driver Terry Grant had three shots at the 1.6km course over the weekend, completing his first attempt on the Friday in a respectable 1m 37.02s, before smashing his [.].

Mazda Motor Corporation will double production capacity at its engine plant in Hiroshima from 400,000 units to 800,000 units per year in October 2012. The plant produces SKYACTIV-D diesel engines and SKYACTIV-G gasoline engines. Earlier post.) SKYACTIV-G is a highly efficient, new-generation direct-injection gasoline engine. Brief

Visit any major race track on any day of the week and there’s bound to be a cacophony of noise as professional race teams or enthusiastic amateurs drive lap after lap in praise to the gods of gasoline. But what would it be like if every car going around the track was powered by electricity? What would it sound like then? At last week’s

If you’re one of the first drivers of a Nissan LEAF electric car (pictured) then your ownership experience is likely to get even better – as the Japanese carmaker introduces two new services. Available to LEAF owners through the website and smartphone applications will be a service that can accurately forecast the LEAF’s remaining battery [.].

California has long been known for its efforts to reduce pollution from vehicles, and efforts to popularize hybrids and electric cars. The California Air Resources Board has now taken that one step further by approving a $27 million fund for its Air Quality Improvement Program (AQIP). Much of this fund will be used to incentivise the purchase of

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Visit any major race track on any day of the week and there’s bound to be a cacophony of noise as professional race teams or enthusiastic amateurs drive lap after lap in praise to the gods of gasoline. But what would it be like if every car going around the track was powered by electricity? What would it sound like then? At last week’s

If you’re one of the first drivers of a Nissan LEAF electric car (pictured) then your ownership experience is likely to get even better – as the Japanese carmaker introduces two new services. Available to LEAF owners through the website and smartphone applications will be a service that can accurately forecast the LEAF’s remaining battery [.].

California has long been known for its efforts to reduce pollution from vehicles, and efforts to popularize hybrids and electric cars. The California Air Resources Board has now taken that one step further by approving a $27 million fund for its Air Quality Improvement Program (AQIP). Much of this fund will be used to incentivise the purchase of

The Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion is one of the German carmaker’s most impressive environmentally conscious vehicles to date: and now it is set to extend this technology to the Polo Blue GT. The Polo Blue GT (pictured) will feature active cylinder management and be the first Volkswagen to boast a cylinder deactivation system. Indeed it is [.].

Does electric car rental work as a business proposition? That might depend on who you ask. Because despite popular rental company Hertz having massive success with the format, backed up by other popular schemes like Car2Go, things aren't so rosy for Enterprise. According to the New York Times (via The Car Connection), customers haven't really

Mazda’s fuel-frugal SKYACTIV engines have been such a success that production at a plant in Hiroshima is set to double. From October this year, the number of engines produced at the plant will leap from 400,000 units to 800,000 thanks to increasing demand. It will include both the SKYACTIV-D diesel engines and the SKYACTIV-G petrol [.].

Canadian pop star Justin Bieber has wrapped his Fisker Karma in a shiny chrome finish. Bieber took the once-black $102,000 plug-in hybrid to West Coast Customs which previously turned his less-than-green Cadillac CTS-V into a Batmobile. Originally given to him by his management on The Ellen DeGeneres Show for his 18th birthday, Bieber also had [.].

Citroen’s very first diesel hybrid model, the DS5, just got better with the launch of new options available from this week. The third model in the upmarket DS line, the new DS5 is now available with stylish 17-inch ‘Houston’ alloy wheels as a no-cost option on Hybrid4 DStyle and DSport versions. These smaller diameter alloy [.].

One week ago we told you about the Nissan LEAF’s attempts to get into the record books with the fastest ever reverse over one mile (see article) – and now we can confirm that the record attempt has been successful. The record was set at this past weekend’s Goodwood Festival of Speed event with professional [.].

Half of this year is now gone, which means it's time once again to look at sales of plug-in electric cars--both for June and for the first six months of 2012. Coming off a streak of low sales months, 535 Nissan Leafs were sold in June, less than one-third the 1,708 Leafs delivered in June 2011. This means that 3,148 Leafs have been sold in the

As every automaker knows, getting Royal endorsement for a particular car or brand can help boost its image. Normally, such Royal endorsements are limited to luxury or prestige brands, but earlier this week, the 2012 Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid received its official royal appointment courtesy of His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco.

US-based Solena Fuels has selected microchannel Fischer-Tropsch (FT) technology developed by the Oxford Catalysts Group for use in a biomass-to-liquids (BTL) project under development in the UK. Earlier post.). The third step upgrades the FT products into jet fuel. These projects include GreenSky California, GreenSky Rome and GreenSky Stockholm.

Just how far off is Europe from meeting tough nitrogen oxide regulations? New data from the European Environmental Agency (EEA) suggests that 12 countries in particular still have a long way to go. Green cars Green credentials Latest news emission standards emission statistics emissions European Environmental Agency green cars nitrogen oxides

Fiat has notified VEBA—Voluntary Employee Beneficiary Association, a UAW administered trust established to pay health care. benefits for retirees from Chrysler—of Fiat’s exercise of its option to purchase a portion of the interest held in Chrysler by VEBA. will hold 61.8% of the outstanding equity in Chrysler. Brief

The car2go car club service is to conquer another Canadian following its successful launch in Vancouver. The Daimler-owned car2go subsidiary now expands to the city of Toronto, bringing with it a fleet of smart fortwo cars, for which the short-term, flexible car hire firm is renowned. Launched last Saturday (June 30, 2012), 250 car2go edition [.].

A complex SLM part from the University of Exeter. Click to enlarge. The Exeter method could produce strong, lightweight and complex parts for car manufacturing and the aerospace industry less expensively and more accurately than current methods, according to the team. 50-100 nm), reinforcing the microstructure of all Al (alloy) composites.

Renault’s new Clio could launch early next year completely exempt from road tax. The new Clio will be 100kg lighter than predecessor on average and will debut the Renault’s first three-cylinder turbocharged petrol engines – a 0.9-litre TCe 90 and 1.2 TCe 120 – alongside a four-cylinder 1.5-litre diesel. All engine options will come with [.].

GE and OJSC Rosneft signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that lays the foundation for the two companies jointly to evaluate and develop commercial opportunities in oil and gas exploration and production in the Russian Federation. explore opportunities to jointly develop, manufacture and sell equipment for use in Russia’s oil and gas industry.

Sales of plug-in hybrid vehicles such as the Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid (pictured) are set to fall short of their 2015 sales target: according to Pike Research. The Pike report believes that plug-in vehicle sales in the US will miss the one million marker set by the Obama Administration – with just 410,000 plug-in electric [.].

Global Bioenergies, an industrial biology company. developing sustainable routes to light olefins ( earlier post ), carried out a capital increase of €3.04 million (US$3.8 million) on NYSE Alternext in Paris. Based on the closing share price of €19.91 on 28 June 28th 2012 (last day of the subscription. Finance research on other molecules. Brief

Tuesday, 3 July, 2012. The Green Piece Column. Summer is here! Well, it’s not, that’s an outright lie, but it is scheduled to make an appearance). Anyway in the spirit of summer, whether realised or not, we thought we take a look that old sunshine favourite; the convertible car. With its often weighty folding roof [.].